Senior Product Development Engineer

Whirlpool Corporation; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Employee discount

Education reimbursement

Office amenities

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Product Development Senior Analyst for our Saint Joseph, MI site. The role focuses on translating requirements into subsystem-level designs and leading verification, release, and documentation across cross-functional teams. You will manage tradeoffs, coordinate prototypes, and mentor junior engineers.

Onsite in Saint Joseph, MI with up to 10% travel. Bachelor’s in Engineering and 3+ years of product development experience are required; Six Sigma experience is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 3+ years of product development experience from concept to design release.
• Travel up to 10% within the United States and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Translate product level requirements into subsystem/module criteria.
• Develop and verify subsystem/module/component designs within schedule, cost, quality, and performance.
• Own engineering release of subsystem designs including CAD drawings and BOMs.
• Develop knowledge through Design Guides, FMEA, RTVM, A3s and tolerance stack-ups.
• Lead design tradeoffs between cost, aesthetics, performance, and manufacturability.
• Coordinate prototype build plans and perform lab testing.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Prepare engineering change documentation.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

BOM management

Job description

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This Role In Summary

We currently have an opening for a Product Development Senior Analyst at our Saint Joseph, MI (Edgewater Technology Center) facility. This is an onsite role.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Translate product level requirements into subsystem/module/component design criteria
• Develop and execute design & verification of Subsystem/Module/Components on schedule and at required cost, quality, and performance levels
• Own engineering release of subsystem design including component and module CAD, Drawings, and BOMs.
• Develop and capture knowledge required to deliver subsystem level excellence through Design Guides, FMEA, RTVM (Requirements Traceability Verification Matrix), A3’s, Tolerance Stack Ups, and other documents.
• Manage design tradeoffs between cost, aesthetics, performance, and other design attributes.
• Align current capability of architecture/supplier/manufacturing/customer solutions to meet product attribute targets and identify solutions for projects where current capability does not align to targets.
• Define a work plan and divide tasks/responsibilities between projects taking into account priorities, milestones and results to be achieved.
• Demonstrate project management skills to drive projects through the design, testing, and implementation phase in a timely manner.
• Coordinate prototype build plans to evaluate design concepts through physical lab testing.
• Work with cross-functional team members (Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Marketing, Service, etc.)
• Participate in and lead Technical Design Previews for subsystem or system development as needed
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their growth through hands-on problem-solving and knowledge sharing to enhance capabilities within the team and across subsystems.
• Define and drive the strategic direction for subsystem modules, ensuring alignment with product and platform goals by optimizing design, cost, performance, and manufacturability.
• Prepare engineering change documentation.
• Travel up to 10% within the United States and International travel to the Global Design Centers.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• 3+ years of product development experience from concept to design release

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Ability to analyze mechanical, electrical and thermal systems
• Demonstrated project management and computer skills
• Black Belt/Operational Excellence Six Sigma experience

What We Offer

Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

Additional Information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Benefits

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:

• Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
• Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
• Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

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Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.